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Tourism is today recognized as a social phenomenon which brings mankind closer to different social values, cultural heritage and customs. Successful tourism development imbibes the values of recognising the sustainability of natural resources and the socio-cultural ethos of the land.
Kerala has inculcated several measures to be followed by tourists to sustain the pristine beauty of God’s Own Country and to conserve and protect its natural bounty. The focus of promotion of tourism in Kerala is channelised with a vision that aims at sensitising and educating tourists/visitors on various measures that has to be followed to preserve God’s gift to man – Nature.
The importance of responsible tourism based on conservation-preservation is the key to Kerala’s tourism policies and this is made evident in the guidelines set by Kerala Tourism for tour operators and the tourists who visit this land that has lured travellers through the centuries.
+ Do an in-depth research on the customs
and practices of God’s Own Country before you plan your visit
+ Appreciate the culture of the land
and its tradition
+ Be polite to the native people and
appreciate their habits
+ Learn a few basic words of greetings
and polite phrases in the native language before your visit
+ Respect the diverse religious and social
customs of Kerala
+ Observe the local laws and codes of
the land.
+ Try to actively involve yourself in
the cultural and environmental concerns of Kerala and cooperate
accordingly
+ Avoid trying to purchase or own things
which are not legally permissible or might be protected
+ Do not force entry into prohibited
or restricted areas that will disrupt the ecology or the cultural
sentiments of the land
+ Conserve energy by minimizing the use
of fans, lights, geysers etc. whenever not required
+ Avoid overuse, wastage and pollution
of water, contributing to the global conservation of water resources
+ Avoid littering public places and ensure
that waste is disposed only in bins earmarked for the purpose
+ Maximum size of visitors group for
trekking will be 9
+ Guests shall not bring pets, i.e. dogs,
cats etc. inside any park or reserve
+ Do not collect any form of fauna or
flora from any sanctuary or park
+ Be aware of the negative aspects of
insensitive behavior, such as taking photographs of people without
their consent or failure to observe local customs
+ Do not interfere with scientific research,
facilities or equipment
+ Be aware of your capabilities and the
dangers posed by the trip
+ Dress codes to be followed
+ Do not damage plants – for example
by walking, driving, or landing on extensive moss beds or lichen-covered
areas
+ Keep noise to the minimum to avoid
frightening wildlife
+ Do not bring non-native plants or animals
into the park
+ Be aware of the location of areas that
have been accorded special protection and of any restrictions regarding
entry and activities that can be carried out in and around the area
+ Be aware of applicable restrictions
and regulations of the site
+ Do not damage, remove or destroy historic
sites or monuments, or any artifacts associated with them
+ Please ensure that necessary permission
is obtained before visiting
+ Maintain a safe distance from all wildlife
+ Do not stray from group
+ Do not disturb any animal by making
noises, flashing lights or making any sudden movements that may
frighten animals
+ Do not chase animals
+ Be aware that too much noise disturbs
the wildlife and can antagonize other visitors
+ Do not damage vegetation or any fencepost,
gate or signpost in the park
+ Be aware that plant damage can be irreplaceable
resulting in loss of feeding and breeding grounds
+ Do not remove flora and fauna. Removal
of these seriously disrupts the ecosystem and is illegal
+ Do not buy animal products as souvenirs
as this encourages further plundering of these species
+ Always remain inside your accommodation
at night
+ Be aware that the animals are wild
and can be dangerous
+ Do not remain in the parks or reserves
between 7 pm & 7 am unless accommodation is provided
+ Do not discard any foodstuff or litter
the land and water bodies
+ Do not hand-feed fish and animals
+ Do not feed, touch or handle birds
and animals; do not approach or photograph them in ways that may
cause them to alter their behavior
+ Take special care when animals are
breeding or moulting
+ Total silence and discipline is required
to spot wild animals
+ Small groups are preferred
+ Early mornings and late afternoons
are the ideal time to visit forests
+ Travelling alone is prohibited especially
in the Elephant Reserves
+ Do not wear colorful clothes or perfumes.
Khakis, browns and greens are best suited
+ Always carry drinking water, tea/coffee,
snacks etc.
+ Seek the assistance of a forest guard
while going into the forests
+ Do not disturb or tease animals
+ Trekkers are advised to use jungle
boots to ensure safety
+ Carry a first aid kit with medicines
for common ailments
+ Avoid smoking
+ Radios and tape recorders are to be
avoided
+ Do not litter the surroundings
+ Respect animals and their habits
+ Do not remove anything from the Sanctuary
+ Carry a note pad, flash light, road
maps, bus, train and airline time-tables
+ Do not try to explore unfamiliar things
+ Be careful during boat rides. Don’t
do anything that will rock the boat or endanger lives
+ Do not expect to see animals all the
time. Be patient
